Press Releases
Jun 21, 2011
Harper: If We Can’t Eliminate The EAC, We Might As Well Pack Up And Go Home
Issues: Elections
After more than two years of hearings, investigations and oversight, the Committee on House Administration has identified not just a program, but a federal agency that we cannot justify to the taxpayers. That agency, the Election Assistance Commission, should be eliminated.
Jun 15, 2011
House Committee Approves Cochran Legislation To Name Noxubee Wildlife Refuge For The Late Sam Hamilton
“Renaming the Noxubee National Wildlife Refuge is a fitting tribute for a man who devoted his life and career to wildlife conservation."
Jun 14, 2011
Mississippi Lawmakers Elated With Air Force Notice To Begin Immediate Actions To Bring New Mission To Key Field
Issues: Defense & Security
“I am very excited that the U.S. Air Force has confirmed what we have known all along: Key Field has the capacity and our airmen have the expertise to stand up and execute this training mission. While details still remain to be worked out, this is a significant milestone to ensure the viability of Key Field Air Guard Station for many years to come. I welcome the 37 additional positions and the hundreds of students that will cycle through Key Field Air Guard Station to train each year,” Congressman Harper said.
May 24, 2011
Harper Calls Israel Closest Ally
Issues: Defense & Security
“President Obama’s comments, which suggested that any peace agreement should begin by Israel agreeing to pre-1967 borders to appease their neighbors, disregard Israel’s sovereignty and security. Let us not forget that there are nations whose aim is to completely remove Israel – as a people and a nation – from the map.”
May 19, 2011
Harper Statement On Staff Sgt. David D. Self
Issues: Defense & Security
“Sidney and I are deeply saddened by the loss of Sergeant Self and our thoughts and prayers are with his family. This unfortunate announcement is a painful reminder that freedom does not come without great sacrifice. As we continue to go about our daily routines in a country that enjoys liberty, let us not forget that our sisters and brothers, daughters and sons, husbands and wives, friends and former classmates remain committed and engaged in military conflicts abroad, guarding our safety.”
May 9, 2011
Harper Announces 2011 Congressional Art Competition Winners
Issues: Education
“This competition is an opportunity for students from across the state to showcase their imaginative capabilities,” said Harper. “Each entry is evidence of the creative talents these gifted artists possess.I’m proud of Margaret and all students who participated in this competition.”
May 6, 2011
Harper: Executive Order "Purely Political"
Issues: Education
“If implemented, this order would grant Washington bureaucrats the flexibility to approve or deny federal contracts for purely political purposes,” said Harper. “In the absence of legislative action, the president has chosen to abuse his executive authority by legislating from the Oval Office.”
Apr 15, 2011
Harper Votes To Reduce Spending By $5.8T
Issues: Spending Cuts & Debt
“This House Republican budget strengthens the fiscal health of our nation and protects the solvency of our seniors’ health and retirement programs,” said Harper. “In order to address the United States’ long-term financial needs, Congress must advance a budget that reduces spending, reforms our outdated tax code and removes regulatory burdens that cripple our small businesses.”
Apr 14, 2011
Secretaries of State: Terminate the EAC
Issues: Elections
“The Election Assistance Commission is the epitome of ‘business as usual’ in Washington; a program with diminishing responsibilities and escalating staffing costs that will not go away. Keeping this commission afloat when it has so obviously outlived its usefulness and has mismanaged its resources is simply indefensible. I appreciate the valuable feedback and support I’ve received from election officials across the country and look forward to continuing to work with them as we advance this important legislation.”
Apr 9, 2011
Harper Statement On Budget Deal
Issues: Spending Cuts & Debt
"I am pleased that Congress has reached an agreement to make sure our troops get paid. This resolution will reduce spending, ban tax-payer funding of abortions in the District of Columbia and keep the federal government open. I believe this is in the best interest of all Mississippians."
